Friday, April 4, 2025
[Dodoma, Tanzania, August 28th, 2024] The 18th edition of the eLearning Africa conference, the continent’s largest and most influential summit on digital education, training, and skills development, will take place from May 7 to 9, 2025, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The event will be held under the esteemed patronage of Tanzania’s Minister of Education, Science, and Technology, Hon. Prof. Adolf Mkenda, who will […]
Introduction Reimagining human capital development in Africa means more than reform — it calls for a bold transformation of education, training and lifelong learning systems to power the continent’s sustainable growth and innovation. The 2025 Ministerial Round Table (MRT) brings together high-level policymakers, experts and stakeholders to focus on three interlinked drivers of this Transformation. The first session addresses practical learning and pedagogy for […]
Electricidade de Moçambique (EDM) is Mozambique’s state-owned electricity utility, established in 1977. Tasked with the generation, transmission, distribution and commercialisation of electricity, EDM plays a critical role in driving the country’s development. Today, EDM’s bold vision goes beyond infrastructure. They are committed to bringing reliable energy access to every corner of Mozambique, laying the foundation for digital education, innovation and opportunity. Who Is the […]
The Finnish education system, renowned for its excellence and innovation, is built on the principles of equity and inclusivity. For decades, the central aim has been that all people must have equal access to high-quality education and training. A small nation cannot afford to waste any of its human potential, and thus the same educational opportunities should be available to all citizens irrespective of […]
In this series, we examine the historical, economic and cultural dimensions of technical and scientific education. When did this branch of learning emerge? Which models shaped it? How does it benefit industrialised societies? Where is it taught, and with what methods? By answering these questions, we prepare ourselves for the future with greater awareness and a more robust economic strategy. The Evolution of Technical […]
Mr. Poncelet Ileleji is an ICT and institutional development expert with over 25 years of experience leveraging technology for sustainable development. As the Founder and CEO of Jokkolabs Banjul, he has led numerous initiatives in ICT for Development, Learning Technologies, Internet Governance, and Digital Transformation across Africa. He has served as a consultant for the World Bank, the International Trade Centre (ITC), the UN Economic Commission for […]
Across Egypt, Ghana, Rwanda, and Zimbabwe as well as in Malaysia and Uzbekistan a bold reimagining of education is underway. With UNICEF’s support, these six countries are pioneering digital learning innovations to engage students, empower teachers and improve learning outcomes. Take 12-year-old Prosper Kolesi from Zimbabwe, for example: Like many students worldwide, he struggles to keep up in a one-size-fits-all classroom. “Every child learns […]
Introduction: A Generation at Risk Sudan’s ongoing war, which erupted in April 2023, has plunged the nation into a humanitarian catastrophe. Over 25 million people are in dire need of assistance, with 8 million displaced—marking the largest displacement crisis in the world today. Among those suffering the most are Sudan’s children, whose education has been nearly erased by conflict. According to UNICEF, nearly 19 […]
Antonia Weinmann, Rebecca Ottmann & Badin Borde (Siemens Stiftung) The Importance of Science Education in Africa Science education is a crucial factor for Africa’s development and progress, especially given the continent’s young and growing population. Education has the potential to drive socio-economic development, create a skilled workforce, and lead to stronger and more peaceful democracies (UNICEF 2022). Furthermore, education – and science education in […]
The theme for E-learning Africa 2025 is “Re-imagining Education and Human Capital Development for Africa’s Future Prosperity.” How does Moodle’s mission and solutions align with this vision? The conference theme this year has so much resonance with our mission at Moodle. We believe that by enabling access to high-quality education we are empowering educators to tackle the challenges that confront us as a society. […]
Introduction Africa is experiencing a powerful transformation in its education systems, fueled by technological advancements and the growing availability of the internet. E-learning platforms are at the heart of this change, overcoming geographical barriers and making high-quality education more accessible than ever before. This digital revolution is bridging educational gaps across the continent, unlocking new opportunities for learners and professionals alike. Growth of Africa’s […]
